Origin
Ashippun, WI
Late night in Ashippun on Sunday
Local time
2:30 AM
CDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Ashippun, WI to Racine, WI
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 31m
Distance
67.5 mi
109 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 25m
★
6 AM
1h 32m
8 AM
1h 46m
10 AM
1h 37m
12 PM
1h 35m
3 PM
1h 37m
5 PM
1h 45m
8 PM
1h 28m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Ashippun, WI
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Racine, WI
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Trip Overview
This 67.5-mile drive from Ashippun to Racine, Wisconsin, is a straightforward trip that can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 31 minutes. It's an ideal one-day excursion, making it perfect for a quick getaway or a convenient route between these two Midwest locations. With a projected fuel cost of around $11, this route is budget-friendly. The majority of the journey, 74% of it, is spent on highway, offering a consistent and efficient travel experience. You won't need to worry about breaking up the drive or finding overnight accommodations, as it's perfectly suited for a single day.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
33.7 miles from Ashippun, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 42m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| WI 16 | 14.2 mi | 16m |
| North-South Freeway | 11.9 mi | 13m |
| East-West Freeway | 9.8 mi | 11m |
| Northwestern Avenue | 9 mi | 15m |
| State Highway 67 | 4.4 mi | 5m |
| Airport Freeway | 4.3 mi | 5m |
| Zoo Freeway | 4 mi | 5m |
| Brown Street | 2.4 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
WI 16
— 14.2 mi, about 16m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ashippun, WI and Racine, WI.
1
Start on WI 67; CTH O
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
South Main Street
2
Continue on WI 67
4.4 mi
·
5 min
·
State Highway 67
3
Continue on North Lake Road
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
North Lake Road
4
Turn left onto CTH K
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
County Highway K
5
Turn right onto CTH P
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Brown Street
Use the straight lane.
6
Turn left
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
7
Merge onto WI 16
14 mi
·
16 min
·
WI 16
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Merge onto I 94
9.8 mi
·
11 min
·
East-West Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 305A-B
Toward I 41, I 894, US 45: Chicago, Fond du Lac
Use the slight right lane.
10
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
38 sec
Toward I 41 South, I 894 East, US 41 South, US 45 South: Chicago
Use the slight left lane.
11
Continue on this road
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
·
this road
Exit 305A
Toward I 41 South, I 894 East, US 41 South, US 45 South: Chicago
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Toward I 41, I 894, US 45 South: Chicago
13
Merge onto I 41; I 894; US 41; US 45
4.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Zoo Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Merge onto I 41; I 43; I 894; US 41
4.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Airport Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Keep slight left at fork onto I 41; US 41
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
I 41; US 41
Exit 10B
Toward I 41 South, I 94 South: Chicago
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Merge onto I 41; I 94; US 41
12 mi
·
13 min
·
North-South Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
Exit 329
Toward CTH K: Racine, Caledonia
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Turn left onto CTH K
5.1 mi
·
9 min
·
Northwestern Avenue
Use the left / straight lanes.
19
Enter roundabout onto WI 38
27 ft
·
0 sec
·
Northwestern Avenue
20
Continue on WI 38
3.4 mi
·
5 min
·
Northwestern Avenue
Use the straight lane.
21
Enter roundabout onto WI 38
91 ft
·
1 sec
·
Northwestern Avenue
22
Continue on WI 38
0.4 mi
·
34 sec
·
Northwestern Avenue
23
Enter roundabout onto WI 38
72 ft
·
4 sec
·
State Street
24
Continue on WI 38
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
State Street
Use the straight lane.
25
Turn right onto WI 32
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
Main Street
26
Turn right onto WI 20; WI 32
309 ft
·
17 sec
·
6th Street
27
Turn left onto Wisconsin Avenue
284 ft
·
14 sec
·
Wisconsin Avenue
28
Turn left onto WI 20; WI 32
245 ft
·
8 sec
·
7th Street
29
Arrive at destination
WI 20; WI 32
Trip Plan
Given the short duration of just over an hour, this drive offers great flexibility. You can leave Ashippun at your leisure without feeling rushed. With only 67.5 miles to cover and a fuel cost estimated at $11, planning for extensive stops isn't necessary, though you'll find opportunities to pull over if needed. Keep an eye out for the transitions between the mentioned main roads, as they are key points in navigating this efficient path. The longest stretch without a major road change is 14.2 miles on WI 16, so plan any brief breaks around that if you prefer.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 33.7 miles from Ashippun, WI, or about 42m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 14.2 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 15 miles or 20m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 33.7 miles or 42m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 13m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Racine, WI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Ashippun, WI so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Ashippun, WI
This is one driving day of about 67.5 miles and 1h 31m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 15 miles from Ashippun, WI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on WI 16 for about 14.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
34 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 33.7 miles from Ashippun, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 245 decision points cluster between mile 33.7 and 56.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
33.7 mi into trip
|
~42m in
Take the exit toward I 41, I 894, US 45: Chicago, Fond du Lac
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 305A-B
Toward I 41, I 894, US 45: Chicago, Fond du Lac
8
34.3 mi into trip
|
~43m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 41 South, I 894 East, US 41 South, US 45 South: Chicago
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 41 South, I 894 East, US 41 South, US...
7
35 mi into trip
|
~45m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 41, I 894, US 45 South: Chicago
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 41, I 894, US 45 South: Chicago
9
43.5 mi into trip
|
~56m in
|
I 41; US 41
Keep slight left at fork onto I 41; US 41 toward I 41 South, I 94 South: Chicago
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 10B
Toward I 41 South, I 94 South: Chicago
8
56.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 12m in
Take the exit toward CTH K: Racine, Caledonia
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 329
Toward CTH K: Racine, Caledonia
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.55 one way
$21.11 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
24 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $11.59 | $23.17 |
| premium | $4.89 | $12.99 | $25.98 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.90 | $29.81 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.3 | 0 | $7.09 | $3.24 |
| Efficient EV | 16.9 | 0 | $5.91 | $2.70 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27 | 0 | $9.45 | $4.32 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Racine, WI
Late night in Racine on Sunday
Local time
2:30 AM
CDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
13 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 31m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused drive for most of this trip, with 74% of the route utilizing major roadways. You'll transition from WI 16 onto the North-South Freeway and then the East-West Freeway, providing a generally smooth and high-speed experience. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 14.2 miles on WI 16, so while there are some opportunities for a brief pause in the highway flow, the overall character is one of steady progress. This isn't a winding, scenic byway, but rather a practical and direct path.
74% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
29 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 14.2 mi on WI 16.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on WI 16 and North-South Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 33.7 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 67.5 miles you will encounter 24 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 33.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 34.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 35 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Ashippun, WI and Racine, WI, road signs point toward Fond Du Lac, Cth K: Racine and Caledonia.
Fond Du Lac
33.7 mi in
|
~42m
Cth K: Racine
56.7 mi in
|
~1h 12m
Caledonia
56.7 mi in
|
~1h 12m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 31m. Total distance: 67.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 31m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (74%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 14.2 miles on WI 16. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Racine, WI before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 33.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 34.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 35 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Racine, WI before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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